The Keeper of the Door by Ethel M. Dell
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"The Keeper of the Door" by Ethel M. Dell is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Olga Ratcliffe, a strong-willed and intelligent young woman, navigating her feelings and conflicts with Dr. Maxwell Wyndham, an enigmatic figure who serves as her father's medical assistant. As they engage in a battle of wits, tensions arise from their mutual dislike, fuelled by differing personalities and worldviews, setting the stage
for deeper connections and character developments. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the dynamics between Olga and Nick, her half-brother. Their playful banter reveals Olga’s strong opinions about Dr. Wyndham, whom she detests for his perceived arrogance and sarcasm. As their interactions unfold, the tension escalates when Olga inadvertently injures Max and is forced to confront him in a medical procedure, highlighting her vulnerability alongside her fiery spirit. This opening section establishes a vivid backdrop of character motivations and relational dynamics, foreshadowing how their complex emotions may evolve as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Dell, Ethel M. (Ethel May), 1881-1939 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Keeper of the Door |
| Credits | Produced by Suzanne Shell, Graeme Mackreth and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 86.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 15013 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-15013-0 |
| Release Date | Feb 10, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 437 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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